I was diagnosed with Ulcerative Colitis in 2004, shortly after I was married. I suffered very acutely until surgery, and since then I have been fortunate enough to enjoy good health. I have been a member of Crohn's & Colitis UK since that time. Wanting to give something back to the charity and its cause, I became a Trustee in 2016 and the Vice Chair in 2019.

Professionally, I am a strategy consultant with experience in financial services, retail, and technology. I have particular expertise across digital, transformation, strategy, and change. I have always seen Crohn's & Colitis UK as a force for change, through its phenomenal work in increasing awareness, raising funds and funding research. I look forward to contributing to its future development.

I have worked very closely with Crohn's & Colitis UK for a number of years, including over the years as a volunteer on the support line providing emotional support to callers before joining the Board as a trustee in 2016.

I have seen the charity evolve, growing from strength to strength to a position now where there are fantastic opportunities to make a real difference to the lives of IBD sufferers. I feel I can make a real impact by taking a more strategic role in helping to deliver the goals and vision that have been set.

It’s a hugely exciting time to get involved with Crohn’s & Colitis UK’s work.

I was drawn to the charity's ambition and drive which is so important right now when public health and health inequalities are at the forefront of the public’s mind.